Formaldehyde Solution 37% – CAS 50-00-0 – Laboratory & Industrial Grade

Formaldehyde Solution 37%, CAS 50-00-0, is a colorless, pungent aqueous solution widely used as a preservative, disinfectant, and reagent in chemical synthesis and biological specimen preparation. This concentration includes approximately 10–15% methanol as a stabilizer to prevent polymerization.

Formaldehyde plays a vital role in histology, resin manufacturing, and disinfection processes in labs and industrial environments.

🧪 Common Applications:

• Tissue fixation and preservation in histology and pathology

• Intermediate in production of urea-formaldehyde resins

• Disinfectant and sterilizing agent

• Reducing agent in chemical reactions

• Used in textile treatment and coatings

Specifications:

• Chemical Name: Formaldehyde Solution (37%)

• CAS Number: 50-00-0

• Concentration: 37% Formaldehyde with 10–15% Methanol

• Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid with pungent odor

• Solubility: Miscible with water and alcohols

• Packaging: Chemical-grade sealed container with proper hazard labeling

Safety & Handling:

• Toxic and carcinogenic – handle only in fume hood or well-ventilated area

• Use gloves, goggles, and full protective gear

• Avoid all contact with skin and eyes

• Store in a cool, well-ventilated, flammable-safe cabinet, tightly sealed

GHS Hazard Classification:

• Signal Word: Danger

• Hazard Statements:

  • H301 – Toxic if swallowed

  • H311 – Toxic in contact with skin

  • H331 – Toxic if inhaled

  • H350 – May cause cancer

  • H314 – Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

• Precautionary Statements:

  • P201 – Obtain special instructions before use

  • P280 – Wear protective gloves, clothing, and eye/face protection

  • P304 + P340 – IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air

⚠️ Restricted Item: Industrial & laboratory use only. Not for personal, food, or pharmaceutical use.